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L-R: Tomi Ogunlesi, Divisional Head, Brands, Communications, Content and CSR, Interswitch; David Solomonezemma, Second Runner-up; Saint Riman, Winner; Dr. Cherry Eromosele, Executive Vice President, Group Marketing and Communications, Interswitch Group; Oladapo Ojo, Founder/GMD, DM Holdings Ltd; David Okorie, First Runner-up; and Yemisi Owonubi, Head, Masterbrand, Communications and CSR, Interswitch, during the grand finale of the 7th edition of the InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition held in Lagos recently. Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has announced the winners of the seventh edition of its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition. Lauded as Nigeria’s…

L-R: Board member, Mr Ernest Ebi, Chairman of Dangote Cement, Mr. Emmanuel Ikazoboh and the Managing Director and the Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Cement Pls, Mr. Arvind Pathak, posing with one of the exceptional Graduate trainees at the induction ceremony and Long Service Awards / Hall of Fame Employee Awards held in Lagos over the weekend. Dangote Cement Plc has inducted almost 200 newly trained engineers and other professionals into its workforce following the successful completion of its Graduate Trainee Programme, reaffirming the company’s commitment to job creation, skills development, and local capacity building in Nigeria. Some of the…

Quickteller Travel, the travel and tourism service powered by Interswitch, has officially received certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a milestone that places the brand among a global network of trusted and accredited travel service providers. The IATA accreditation reinforces Quickteller Travel’s operational credibility, compliance standards, and ability to deliver secure, efficient, and globally recognised travel services. It also strengthens the platform’s positioning as a reliable partner for airline bookings, corporate travel management, and end-to-end travel solutions across Africa and beyond. This achievement comes at a time when Africa’s travel and tourism sector is experiencing renewed growth, driven…

Good morning, Nigeria woke up to a story stirring hearts across the nation—a trending report involving the family of David Adeleke and a child whose identity and belonging had suddenly become a subject of public debate. In the middle of the noise, questions, and painful speculation, one voice rose not in judgment, but in compassion.That voice belonged to Prophet Godwin Okere.He did not claim to know the mother of the child. He did not claim to know the child either. What he claimed, boldly and without hesitation, was responsibility.Moved by what he described as the pain of rejection and denial…

Chief Solomon Sunday Chukwu, the Otun Amuludun of Orile Agege Kingdom and the Enyiwarauzo I of Oposi Kingdom, has commended the ongoing All Progressives Congress (APC) membership registration exercise, describing it as a welcome and long-anticipated initiative by party members. He made this known during an interactive session with stakeholders after a meeting held in Agege Local Government Area on Wednesday. According to Chief Chukwu, while the registration exercise is a positive step, it is being threatened by a major challenge — lack of trust. He noted that many prospective party members spend several hours registering but leave without any…

By Olawale Olurotimi The Professional Online Journalists Association of Nigeria (POJAN) recently paid a courtesy visit to renowned transport planner, security consultant, and logistics expert, Mr. Oluwasegun Alade Musa, who used the occasion to reflect on his 35 years of professional experience, philosophy of life, and deep commitment to national security and humanity. Speaking during the visit, Mr. Musa described himself as a multidisciplinary professional with vast experience across transportation planning, maritime operations, logistics, and security consultancy. According to him, February this year marks his 35th year in active professional service, spanning leadership roles at both the airport and seaport…

In the early hours of a bright Saturday morning in Abuja, the atmosphere was charged with purpose as women from across Nigeria gathered under one banner — APC Dynamic Women for Tinubu 2027. They came not just as supporters of a political vision, but as mothers, professionals, entrepreneurs, and grassroots leaders united by a shared belief in continuity, stability, and national progress. At the heart of the gathering was a message that transcended politics — a message of faith and destiny, earlier echoed by Prophet Godwin Ikuru, a respected cleric known for speaking boldly on national issues. Months before the…

MultiChoice Nigeria, a Canal + company, has announced a leadership transition, as Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, retires after a distinguished tenure. He will be succeeded by Kemi Omotosho, who will be appointed Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria, effective January 2026. Ugbe steps down after nearly fifteen years at the helm, during which he steered the business through significant industry and market shifts, strengthening operational foundations and long-term resilience. Omotosho brings over 20 years of leadership experience across media, telecommunications, and digital businesses in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. She has held several senior roles within the MultiChoice Group, including Executive Head…

The UEFA Champions League resumes, with the race for automatic qualification heating up. With only two rounds remaining, the top eight teams will progress directly to the Round of 16, while those finishing ninth to 24th face a two-legged play-off. All matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Arsenal sit comfortably clear at the top with a perfect record, but behind them, the table is congested. Just three points separate third from ninth, leaving clubs like Liverpool, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester City with little room for error. Tuesday: Pressure at the Summit Matchday 7 opens…

Nigeria’s retail lender, Unity Bank Plc, has launched an upgraded version of its mobile banking platform, Unifi, as part of ongoing efforts to improve customer experience on the Bank’s digital Banking platform and reinforce its proposition in ebusiness. The latest update, Unifi version 2.3, introduces a suite of improved features designed to enhance usability, security, and convenience for customers. Key upgrades include enhanced security protocols, expanded quick-action functionalities, improved bill payment options, and an updated Nigeria Quick Response (NQR) feature to support faster and more secure QR code transactions. A key aspect of the rollout builds on the Bank’s continued…